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Do Your Kids Know the Difference?
In Old Town Elk Grove, there are exciting changes taking place. New lighting, sidewalks and parking to name a few.
In order for revitalization in Old Town to take place, construction must occur. And with construction comes potential hazard areas for curious children.
While most construction will occur at night; equipment and tools will be around during the day throughout the construction period.
So please, teach your children about construction zone safety. Tell them not to play or ride bikes, scooters or skateboards near the construction site. Help them know the dangers that exist in construction zones.
If you see kids playing in a construction zone or if you are concerned about construction zone safety, please contact the construction hotline at 1-877-577-0629.
Old Town Elk Grove Project Area
The Old Town Elk Grove Improvement Area includes the Elk Grove Boulevard corridor between Elk Gove-Florin and Waterman roads. The majority of roadway/pedestrian improvements will be between Walnut Avenue and School Street. However, a large water main, funded by the Elk Grove Water Service Company, will be installed between
Elk Grove-Florin Road and School Street.
Construction Zone Safety Tips
- Immediately report to the police any suspicious activity or children playing in construction zones.
- Travel with caution and slow down when in construction zones. Be alert for construction workers, children, cyclists, pedestrians and heavy equipment.
- Allow plenty of time for possible driving delays. Plan ahead and learn alternate routes.
- Tell visitors about construction detours and delays.
- Follow posted signs that explain detours, lane closures and other changes in driving conditions. Remember that traffic fines are doubled in construction areas.
- Use extra caution in the evenings or during rainy weather.
- Do not jog, cycle or walk pets in construction sites. Trespassers will be cited.
- When possible, use public transportation, walk, cycle or carpool to reduce traffic congestion.
- Try to avoid construction zones during peak commute times.
- Make driving near construction a “no phone zone.” Turn off mobile phones and pagers to avoid distractions.
- Be patient. Remember that construction is a short-term inconvenience for a long-term benefit.
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